February's curated content for WIC professionals

WIC Community Innovation and Outreach (WIC CIAO) Subgrant Opportunity

WIC State and local agencies, and nonprofits: Apply today for a WIC CIAO Subgrant to increase WIC awareness, participation, redemption of benefits, and retention for the full length of eligibility, and to reduce disparities in program delivery! 
Applications are due by March 23, 2023 and optional Letters of Intent to Submit an Application are due by February 9, 2023.

Emergency Plans for Families

Help WIC participants prepare for an emergency or natural disaster. FEMA and the CDC Center for Preparedness and Response provide public service announcements, emergency phone numbers, and downloadable materials to print and share with families.

Alcohol Use and Its Impact on Women's Health

Did you know that 1 in 10 pregnant women report alcohol use during pregnancy? There is no safe amount of alcohol consumption during pregnancy. Find resources about alcohol use and its effects on both mother and baby via the link below. 

New Quiz: Setting Your Breastfeeding Goals

Share this new quiz with participants to self-assess their knowledge and learn strategies to help them reach their breastfeeding goals. Participants can learn more about Setting Breastfeeding Goals on the WIC Breastfeeding Support website.  

Monthly Look Ahead

National Nutrition Month

March 2023 March is National Nutrition Month and a great time to share recipes and educate participants on the importance of meeting their nutritional needs, and their child's. Learn more and find shareable resources at the link below.

Did You Know?

WIC participants are eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program

Find information about this benefit program that helps ensure eligible households can afford internet for work, school, healthcare, and more.  This information is available in multiple languages.

WLOL is Moving to Percipio

Late Spring 2023 WIC Learning Online is moving to Percipio, a new and improved platform. Prior to this change, happening in late spring 2023, we recommend that you: Complete any in-progress courses Print or save records you'd like to keep We will continue to send updates as they are available.

Discover MyPlate: Nutrition Education for Kindergarten

USDA Team Nutrition is pleased to announce new and updated Discover MyPlate: Nutrition Education for Kindergarten resources. Schools and parents can now access the fun and inquiry-based MyPlate nutrition education resources designed specifically for kindergarten-aged children. All materials are free and available at the link below.